Italian migrants
British Migrants
Vietnamese Boat
Immigrants from Africa
Other History
100
Why did many Italians migrate to Australia in the 1800s and 1900s?
To escape poverty, political instability and seek better opportunities.
100
Why did many British people migrate to Australia after World War II?
For a new life with more jobs, housing, and opportunities
100
What country did the Vietnamese Boat People come from?
Vietnam
100
What is one African country from which people migrated to Australia?
Nigeria, Ghana, Sudan or South Africa.
100
Who was Shirley Smith?
An Aboriginal woman known as “Mum Shirl” who helped many people through welfare and advocacy work.
200
After which war did a wave of Italian migrants came to Australia?
WWII
200
What were the British people that migrated to Australia through a government-assisted scheme in the early 1900s called?
'£10 Poms'
200
Why did many Vietnamese people flee their country after 1975?
To escape war in their country
200
What was the phrase used when the European countries were rushing to colonize the different parts of Africa?
'The scramble for Africa'
200
What year did Australia federated?
1901
300
What kinds of jobs did early Italian migrants take in Australia? Name 2
farming, sculpting, construction, sugar plantations and mining.
300
What challenges did British migrants face after arriving in Australia?
They found the climate harsh, missed their families, and struggled with homesickness.
300
What dangers did they face while travelling by boat?
Pirates, storms, overcrowded boats, and lack of food or water.
300
What was apartheid and why did it lead to migration?
A system of racial segregation in South Africa that forced non-white citizens to flee injustice.
300
When was Surf Life Saving Australia formed?
in 1907
400
How did Italian people keep their culture alive in Australia?
by forming strong community groups, speaking Italian, celebrating festivals and supporting the Catholic Church.
400
How did the 'Bring Out a Briton' campaign aim to influence migration?
It encouraged Australians to sponsor British family and friends to move to Australia
400
What type of government was the new government of Vietnam which led to many Vietnamese fleeing the country.
Communism
400
What challenges did African migrants face when settling in Australia?
They dealt with racism, finding jobs, language barriers, and culture shock.
400
Name the law that it is going to happen in November/December and affects young people under 16?
The social Media age ban (Online Safety Amendment Act)
500
Why were Italians sometimes seen as a threat during and after World War II?
Because Italy was at war with Britain, and Italians were labeled ‘enemy aliens’ or seen as taking over jobs and land through chain migration.
500
Why do you think some British migrants were disappointed with life in Australia?
Because the reality didn’t match their expectations—it was hot, isolated, and living conditions were often basic.
500
How might the experience of a Vietnamese refugee differ from that of a British migrant?
Vietnamese refugees often faced more danger, trauma, and started with fewer resources than British migrants.
500
What African country was Canaan Banana elected as the President?
Zimbabwe
500
Say the Surf life Saving campaign slogan/ Phrase from this add.
Stop
Look and
Stay Alive